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City of Vancouver, Washington

The candidate for this position must be able to:

• Perform all duties in accordance with the City of Vancouver’s Operating Principles;
• Work and act as a team player in all interactions;
• Provide basic customer service skills and effectively respond to basic public inquiries and complaints in a courteous manner;
• Exercise judgment and maintain a high degree of confidentiality;
• Utilize proper safety precautions in all aspects of this job;
• Follow policies and procedures of Parks and Recreation programs/area of assignment;
• Read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance;
• Supervise children between the ages of 3 months and 12 years;
• Ensure a safe and fun environment; and respond quickly and effectively in an emergency situation;
• Utilize skills to promote good working relations with parents, children, and staff;
• Participate and administer arts, games, crafts, story time, etc.;
• Keep accurate attendance records and any other required data;
• Maintain positive, professional relationships between staff, parents, and children at all times;
• Provide a high level of customer service at all times; project and maintain a positive image on behalf of the City of Vancouver with those contacted in the course of work;
• Perform other duties required to accomplish the objectives of the position.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Reading skills.
• Basic knowledge of and experience or recreational and/or educational activities;
• At least six months of recent experience working with children;
• Experience working in a recreation program is desired.

Knowledge of:

• Childwatch management and skills for small groups of children;
• Safety practices;
• Basic office equipment such as a phone, and copier;.

The ability to:

• Successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Successfully pass employment references.
• Work in a team situation with a variety of people, including city and county government personnel.
• Work a flexible schedule;
• Lift and carry some play equipment;
• Keep accurate records;
• Work effectively with others to achieve personal, team, department and citywide goals.
• Demonstrate respect and cooperation in all interactions;
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Give high priority to customer service and satisfaction, performing any necessary follow-up.